My impression is that most women public service workers have a long fu…

Frances O'Grady
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My impression is that most women public service workers have a long fuse. Precisely because they care so deeply about services, more than anyone, they still want to find a sensible and fair negotiated agreement. But their patience has run out. ✨ The derisory pensions offer hits women workers hard by Frances O'Grady, www.theguardian.com. November 30, 2011.
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